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Furnas and Terra Nostra Botanic Park Guided Tour w/ Hotsprings

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Immerse yourself in the stunning natural beauty of Furnas and Terra Nostra Botanic Gardens with this guided tour. Begin your adventure at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo, where you will check-in and receive a short briefing. From there, embark on a van tour up the Furnas volcano crater, where you can admire the mesmerizing Furnas valley and lake. Stop to take in the sights and capture breathtaking photos along the way. Indulge in a delicious island meal cooked using geothermal energy at a local village restaurant in Furnas. Afterward, explore the village's central volcanic activity and fountains of mineral water, and wander the charming streets with its picturesque rivers, watermills, chapels, and fountains. The highlight of the tour awaits at Terra Nostra Botanic Gardens, where you'll embark on a walking botanical journey through a stunning collection of plants and flowers from around the world. Conclude your day with a relaxing dip in the thermal pool surrounded by the lush beauty of nature. This tour promises a truly unforgettable experience in the heart of nature's wonders.

About this experience

Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
6 hours 30 minutes
Suitable for 1-15 Participants
Small Group Tour, Private Tour
Guided Experience

Highlights

Explore Furnas crater lake
Taste the most genuine island meal
Visit the beautiful village of Furnas
Walk through a unique botanical journey
Relax in a thermal pool surrounded by nature

Included

Lunch
All admissions and tickets
Guided botanic gardens tour
Guided van tour (air-conditioned)
Insurance
Knowledgeable biologist or naturalist guide

Not included

Personal water supply
Personal swimwear and towel - hot springs’ mineral water will damage these!

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Introduction

Experience the beauty and wonder of the Furnas and Terra Nostra Botanic Gardens on this guided tour. Immerse yourself in the natural splendor of the Furnas crater lake, village, geysers, and the breathtaking botanic gardens. This tour offers a perfect blend of scenic sights, delicious local cuisine, and relaxation in natural hot springs, making it an unforgettable adventure.

What to expect?

Throughout this tour, you can expect to witness the mesmerizing Furnas crater lake, a sight that will leave you in awe of nature's power. Indulge in a delicious lunch at a local village restaurant, where you'll experience an authentic geyser-cooked "cozido," a traditional and flavorful island meal. Explore the streets of Furnas and uncover its central volcanic activity and fountains of mineral water. Then, embark on a walking botanical journey through Terra Nostra Gardens, where you'll encounter a unique collection of plants and flowers from all over the world. Conclude your day with relaxation in a beautiful thermal pool surrounded by pristine nature.

Who is this for?

This guided tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and those seeking to experience the wonders of the Azores. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a small group of friends, this tour caters to all and promises an enriching and memorable experience. From botanical enthusiasts to those with a love for picturesque landscapes, this tour offers something for everyone.

Why book this?

Embarking on this captivating tour allows you to immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes and unique experiences that Furnas and Terra Nostra Botanic Gardens have to offer. Discover the thrill of exploring a volcanic crater lake, tasting authentic island cuisine cooked by geothermal power, and strolling through one of the world's most impressive botanic gardens. The combination of breathtaking sights, cultural experiences, and relaxation in the thermal pool creates an adventure that is truly unparalleled.

Good to know

During the tour, you'll have the opportunity to admire century-old trees, rare and colorful plants, and beautiful avenues adorned with sculptures and fountains. The gardens offer a visual feast for photography enthusiasts, with year-round blooms that will captivate your senses. With a tailored itinerary based on seasonal highlights, every visit to Terra Nostra Gardens brings new discoveries and surprises. Don't forget to pack your swimsuit for the thermal pool experience!

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on this guided tour rave about the breathtaking beauty of the Furnas crater lake and the immersive experience of enjoying an authentic geyser-cooked meal in the village. They highly praise the knowledgeable guides who provide fascinating insights into the volcanic activity and guide them through the stunning Terra Nostra Gardens. The thermal pool experience is often described as the perfect way to unwind and relax amidst the stunning natural surroundings. Overall, past visitors have been delighted by the combination of natural wonders, cultural experiences, and the warm hospitality offered on this tour.

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How long before the event do I need to book?

You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

At least one adult or senior required per booking

Meeting point & End point

From Ponta Delgada city center by auto, head East along the coast and follow directions to Vila Franca do Campo. Once in Vila Franca do Campo, descend towards sea level and the Marina where our Base and Yellow Boats are stationed, and Free Parking can be found.

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Your Itinerary

Marina de Vila Franca do Campo - Azores Islands

Meet us at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo for check-in at the specified time.

Admission Included

Caldeira das Furnas

Start with a short briefing and van tour up the Furnas volcano crater down to the mystic Furnas valley and lake.

Lagoa das Furnas

Stop for sightseeing and photos.

Furnas

Have lunch in a village restaurant, taste the most genuine island meal - an authentic geyser-cooked “cozido”. Visit the village’s central volcanic activity and fountains of mineral water. Have one hour free to explore the beautiful village’s streets, featuring crossing rivers, watermills, chapels and fountains.

Parque Terra Nostra

At 15:30 meet the guide at Terra Nostra Gardens gate, and start a walking botanical journey showcasing a singular collection of plants and flowers of cultural and historic value from all around the World. End with a relaxing mineral-infused and beautiful thermal pool surrounded by wonderful nature. No matter what season or level of expertise there’s always something interesting for everyone to enjoy. The gardens are exuberant all year with impressive century-old trees, huge collections of colourful, rare and strange plants, specialty gardens, beautiful avenues with sculptures and fountains, and dazzling year-round blooms of fragrant flower tones for the eye, nose, and camera! Your tour is tailored according to season’s highlights and special events occurring.

Admission Included

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Eat light, bring your personal water supply, towel, swim suit, full change of clothing, sunscreen and chapstick. Light food is permitted, and a Camera is essential - protect any personal equipment!
Hot Springs’ mineral water will damage swimwear color - bring one you can spare!
English is the official language, but our team is multinational and will do their best to accommodate your preferred language (this is not guaranteed)
Special Dietary Restrictions must be notified upon reservation for required adjustments.

Reviews

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4.5 (48)

Deedee_A

The local tour company had to cancel the night before and they were very helpful. Viator told me I would get refunded "if it really was canceled " like I was lying about it. That did not make me want to use Viator again.

Neil_D

I wish we were able to give this trip a better rating, but we were pretty disappointed with the overall experience. Our guide, Laura seemed to have been thrown into running the trip even though she was unprepared and had limited knowledge of the things we did. Our guide also didn't seem very interested in the trip and barely spoke with us despite several attempts from our end to get her to be more outgoing. The trip started a bit late as we had to drive and wait for a whale watching excursion to finish and that wasted a good bit of time. From there we drove to furnas lake for a brief walk and a few small facts about the lake before heading to lunch for a traditional stew. The cozido was tasty and it was definitely a local restaurant. We didn't have any time to explore the village as listed in the booking. We were cut very short at the botanical gardens too - Laura gave us our tickets, showed us the entrance and said be back in 90 minutes vs. the 3-hours listed. We did a self guided tour of the gardens and spent some time in the bath. Both the garden and bath were really cool and it would have been great to have a guided tour and 3 hours to explore as listed. Overall the trip was pleasant, but it's not at all worth the money. We should have booked a taxi and done this on our own for less than half the price.

Kenneth_P

Interesting trip. Frieda was great. Very informative and visually unique. The gardens were a highlight.

Amanda_S

We booked this tour last minute when another tour cancelled on us. We were pleasantly surprised that we were the only group on the trip! We had a great time with our guide from the UK (apologies, but I forget her name!) and learned a lot about Furnas and the neighboring towns.

Raelene_M

I usually tour on my own either solo or with my family. Tried an organized tour this time. It was a terrific tour of Furnas. Our Guide, Frida, was friendly, knowledgeable and personable. It was like hanging out with a friend for the day who was super helpful. Saw and learned things I would have missed if on my own. Time was well spent, didn't feel rushed.

Tetyana_Z

Knowledgeable and kind tour guides made this tour super fun! Nice view point locations have been selected for it. We enjoyed Terra Nostral hot pool a lot! We highly recommend this tour.

gsiegel2024

After our whale watching tour, we took the tour to Furnas and the Terra Nostra Botanic Gardens. Our guide, Sona, was very knowledgable and shared a lot of information about the areas we drove through, the Furnas area and the Terra Nostra Gardens. We had a typical Furnas lunch that was cooked in a fumerole near the little restaurant before we proceeded to the gardens. Sona lead us around the gardens telling us the history of the place and showing us the wide diversity of plantings there. We then changed and went into the hot springs pool for a relaxing soak. After we dressed, Sona showed us the fumeroles and then we stopped by the local lake and she told us the history of the gothic church by the lake. It was a great afternoon.

Ken_K

The cozida was delish and the fumeroles in the middle of a city were fascinating. The garden was amazing.

Brenda_N

The guide was very pleasant and knew alot about the area. The only we didn’t get to do was the tour was supposed to have some time shopping which didn’t realize till we got back to the hotel. Over all I would recommend this tour.

Victoria_P

This was a perfect full day activity with an amazing tour guide I would 100% recommend. Our guide was so pleasant and knowledgeable. Thank you for such a lovely day.

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2024-07-01 23:05